San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 11 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 11 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 22 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 33 min drive
Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 39 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 5 min walk
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 10 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
Morena - Linda Vista Station - 11 min walk
Tecolote Road Station - 21 min walk
Restaurants
Fiesta de Reyes - 5 min walk
Cafe Coyote - 12 min walk
Old Town Kitchen - 9 min walk
Casa de Reyes Restaurant - 4 min walk
Casa Guadalajara - 2 min walk
About this property
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
At Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Mission Bay and University of San Diego. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Verde Kitchen & Bar, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge and a fitness centre are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is close by: Morena - Linda Vista Station is only 11 minutes on foot.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
179 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (USD 26 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Golfing
Scuba-diving nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Computer station
Conference space (725 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 2015
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
4 on-site accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Closed-captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
MP3 docking station
47-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Verde Kitchen & Bar – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Self-parking costs USD 26 per day
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Town/SeaWorld Area Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area CA Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Town/SeaWorld Area
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area San Diego
Frequently asked questions
Does Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 26 per day. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area?
You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as scuba-diving. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area?
Yes, Verde Kitchen & Bar offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area like?
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area is a short 5-minute walk from Old Town Transit Center and 13 minutes' walk from University of San Diego. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
14 January 2025
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
5 January 2025
Black tar in sink
We had an incident during our stay. On our first night, after coming back from our tour of the city, we saw black oil tar in the sink and it sprayed in some parts of the floor. It was like black tar was gushing at a moment in time from the sink and half of the sink had black tar filled up. We called the front desk to handle the situation and was advised to wait for someone to come clean up the mess in the bathroom. It is around 6 pm and sadly they just asked us to wait for them to fix it. I went to front desk and show them pictures of the situation and they relocated us to another room with our kids. We had to repack everything and unpack into our new room. Glad nothing happened in this room for the duration of the time; stay only two nights. It feels like this is not the first time this has happened. The inconvenience of it all is the staff did not take immediate action until it was personally brought to them and there were no concerns about us or anything about our belongings. Unfortunately this incident will remain imprinted in my mind if we decide to stay here again. This was normally our first choice in San Diego as we stayed here a few times before with our family and friends. After this incident I will hesitate to consider this hotel for our next visit in San Diego. I really hope that they fix the problem so this does not affect anyone else experience at this hotel.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 January 2025
Great affordable SD hotel close to public transit
Great location to use the trains instead of ride shares. Very nice and spacious rooms. Lobby was beautiful. We were in town for a concert and we were able to walk back, total plus.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 January 2025
Arcelia
Arcelia, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 January 2025
Sea World Trip
The hotel desk clerk Christina was wonderful!!! 5 ⭐️ for her!!!!
Debra
Debra, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
2 January 2025
Alejandro
Alejandro, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 January 2025
Great hotel in a great location. Would definitely stay here again.
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 December 2024
Great hotel
Great family vacation. The hotel was super clean, the staff was amazing and very helpful. I will be returning
Joanna
Joanna, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
30 December 2024
Adrian
Adrian, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 December 2024
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
29 December 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 December 2024
Heather
Heather, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 December 2024
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 December 2024
👍👍👍👍👍👍
Awesome ……..like always
Salvador
Salvador, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 December 2024
Charitee
Charitee, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
20 December 2024
Penny
Penny, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 December 2024
Great, thank you
Holly
Holly, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
10 December 2024
Terrible Experience for a HIlton
Charged $25 for parking in their parking lot. Pillows were half the size of a normal pillow. Front staff was exteremly rude and inpolite when checking in.
Manamart
Manamart, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 December 2024
Great stay
Stay was great. Location was central to shopping and restaurants. Front desk was really friendly and helpful.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
3 December 2024
Gustavo
Gustavo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
2 December 2024
Claudia
Claudia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 December 2024
Front desk was very friendly, and prompt. Facility looks just like the pictures. Close to everything!